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This week’s NBA action continues with a full slate of games coming our way on Friday. The highlight of the night is out west, as the Warriors will host the Cavaliers. I’ve included that game in this mega parlay, along with two other picks. Head over to our NBA predictions page for picks on the spread and total for every game on the board, but for now let’s jump into our NBA mega parlay.
Golden State Warriors -1.5 (-110)
Milwaukee Bucks 11+ win margin (+205)
Sacramento Kings -2 (-110)
Parlay odds: +993
Odds available at FanDuel Sportsbook at time of publishing.
Golden State Warriors -1.5 (-110) over Cleveland Cavaliers
These two teams have been trending in completely opposite directions, but this game presents a good opportunity to buy low on Golden State. The Warriors have been extremely disappointing, particularly on the defensive side of the ball, as their bench continues to be exposed by opponents. However, Golden State has had a bit of extended rest following a road trip, while the Cavaliers are in the midst of a 5-game road trip themselves, with Friday’s game marking the final leg.
Given that the Warriors are due for some positive shooting regression and the Cavs have had major trouble closing games against the Lakers and Kings on this road trip, this is a nice spot to back Golden State as a short home favorite.
Be sure to check out our full Cleveland Cavaliers vs Golden State Warriors predictions
Milwaukee Bucks 11+ win margin (+205) over San Antonio Spurs
The Bucks are playing excellent basketball at the moment, and even if Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jrue Holiday are sidelined once again, I like Milwaukee to win big. As a result, we’re taking a swing at big plus-money odds here. The handicap simply boils down to this; San Antonio is 29th in defensive rating, while Milwaukee possesses the league’s best defensive rating and #2 net rating. Even being on the road, the Bucks should have plenty of success on offense while keeping the Spurs’ scoring in check.
Be sure to check out our full Milwaukee Bucks vs San Antonio Spurs predictions
Sacramento Kings -2 (-110) over Los Angeles Lakers
It’s been discussed to the death at this point, but the Lakers are an absolute mess. Los Angeles doesn’t have enough perimeter shooting, can’t afford any off nights from LeBron James or Anthony Davis and seems to be at a loss with how to handle Russell Westbrook’s minutes. That’s part of why I don’t believe the Lakers are underachieving that much, even with a 2-9 record. The fact is Los Angeles’ roster wasn’t all that good to begin with.
The Lakers’ backcourt duo of Westbrook and Patrick Beverly is likely the worst among all teams trying to contend for a playoff berth. Those two will have their hands full in this in-state matchup against a Kings team that is finding its form after a slow start. It starts at the guard position, with De’Aaron Fox and Malik Monk and Davion Mitchell playing at a high level of late. Elsewhere, Domantas Sabonis continues to be a force inside, which should trouble a Lakers team that’s ranked 20th in opponent second-chance points. While the Kings’ defense is an issue, that shouldn’t be a problem against this Lakers side that is 27th in true shooting percentage. Back Sacramento to stay hot on the road.
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